What is an executor?
It's quite an odd title, but simply put an executor is the
person you appoint to carry out your wishes after you've gone. It can also be a
company, such as Barclays.
Being an executor can be a complicated and time-consuming job.
Executors often need specialist skills or knowledge. You need to think
carefully about who the best person might be. Do you really want to burden your
friends or family?
If we are your executor, we can take care of:
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registering the death and arranging the funeral, if that's
what you want
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dealing with tax liabilities and paying off debts
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identifying the assets, establishing who is entitled to the
estate and distributing it amongst the
beneficiaries |
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administering assets at home and abroad, such as property and
businesses, until they can be sold or transferred
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acting as
trustee of
trusts created under the will |
Why Barclays?
We have been providing this service for many years. With us as
your executor, you can relax, confident that your estate will be in safe hands.
We also offer:
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safe custody of your will(s) free of charge
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impartial and continuous service
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experienced staff, trained in legal and financial matters
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a reputation for integrity and the worldwide resources of
Barclays
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We can also act as administrator if there is no will or the
named executor(s) are unwilling or unable to act.
Our Fees
These will be based upon our scale charges reflecting the value
of the estate and its complexity. Please note that no fees are payable unless
and until we actually take on the duties of an executor.
Please see the full terms and conditions of our
service.
* Lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.
Calls may be monitored or recorded.
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